D.J. Banks, a 5-foot-9, 182-pound athletic slot receiver, turned in paperwork on Monday to transfer from Tulane, according to Banks and his father, Don Banks Sr. Banks said his skill set wasn't being used to its potential in the current offense. Tulane, via the athletic communications staff, had no comment on the situation.

The Times-PicayuneTulane receiver DJ Banks says he is transferring.

"I don't have any hard feelings or anything like that," Banks said. "I just feel like I have to do what's best for me. It's not just something that popped up out of the blue. It's something that started last year. It's over time. It's not just an all of the sudden decision."

Banks played behind star receiver Jeremy Williams last year. This season he had the Green Wave's fourth-most receiving yards (419) and second-most catches (47) and three touchdowns. Banks, who played quarterback in high school, completed 3-of-4 passes for 52 yards and a touchdown. He also ran around the edges and in Tulane's version of the wildcat offense --- he was one of Tulane's "Pelican" quarterbacks. Banks finished with 18 rushes for 83 yards and two touchdowns.

But Banks didn't create the impact he wanted to on offense, he said.

"I basically just feel like I'm not being used to my maximum potential," he said. "That's pretty much the main part of it. I don't know if this is the best system for me to be in.... I just feel like I have so much more to give."

Banks obtained a form on Monday and had it signed by Tulane staffers. He also met with several coaches and athletic director Rick Dickson on Monday. But it did not change his mind.

Banks said he isn't sure where he is going to transfer, but felt it was the best move for his future.